Jehanabad
Jehanabad is a district in the Bihar State of India. The total area of Jehanabad district is 931 km², which includes 890.38 km² of rural area and 40.62 km² of urban area. There are about 541 villages in Jehanabad district.
For administrative convenience, Jehanabad district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 7 subdivisions in Jehanabad district. Here is the list of all Jehanabad Subdivisions / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Subdivisions in Jehanabad District
| # | Subdivision (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ghoshi | 99 | 1,08,130 |
| 2 | Hulasganj | 90 | 94,485 |
| 3 | Jehanabad | 167 | 2,54,753 |
| 4 | Kako | 133 | 1,73,487 |
| 5 | Makhdumpur | 239 | 2,60,154 |
| 6 | Modanganj | 83 | 87,718 |
| 7 | Ratni Faridpur | 119 | 1,46,586 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Makhdumpur is the largest subdivision in jehanabad district by both area and population. Modanganj is the smallest subdivision in jehanabad district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Makhdumpur | Makhdumpur |
| Smallest Tehsil | Modanganj | Modanganj |
Population of Jehanabad District
The population of Jehanabad offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Jehanabad, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,25,313 | 9,90,117 | 1,35,196 |
| Total Male Population | 5,85,582 | 5,14,154 | 71,428 |
| Total Female Population | 5,39,731 | 4,75,963 | 63,768 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,98,785 | 1,78,151 | 20,634 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,03,452 | 92,595 | 10,857 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 95,333 | 85,556 | 9,777 |
| Literate Population | 6,18,881 | 5,31,441 | 87,440 |
| Literate Male Population | 3,74,412 | 3,24,140 | 50,272 |
| Literate Female Population | 2,44,469 | 2,07,301 | 37,168 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,06,432 | 4,58,676 | 47,756 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 2,11,170 | 1,90,014 | 21,156 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 2,95,262 | 2,68,662 | 26,600 |
| Households | 1,81,740 | 1,59,920 | 21,820 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Jehanabad district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Jehanabad district is 11,25,313, including 5,85,582 males and 5,39,731 females. In rural areas, it is 9,90,117, including 5,14,154 males and 4,75,963 females. In urban areas, it is 1,35,196, including 71,428 males and 63,768 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Jehanabad district is 1,98,785, including 1,03,452 boys and 95,333 girls. In rural areas, it is 1,78,151, including 92,595 boys and 85,556 girls. In urban areas, it is 20,634, including 10,857 boys and 9,777 girls.
- Literate population in Jehanabad district is around 6,18,881, including 3,74,412 males and 2,44,469 females. In rural areas, it is 5,31,441, including 3,24,140 males and 2,07,301 females. In urban areas, it is 87,440, including 50,272 males and 37,168 females.
- Illiterate population in Jehanabad district is about 5,06,432, including 2,11,170 males and 2,95,262 females. In rural areas, it is 4,58,676, including 1,90,014 males and 2,68,662 females. In urban areas, it is 47,756, including 21,156 males and 26,600 females.
- There are about 1,81,740 households in Jehanabad district, including 1,59,920 in rural areas and 21,820 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Jehanabad. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,22,974 | 2,03,509 | 19,465 |
| SC Male Population | 1,15,034 | 1,04,847 | 10,187 |
| SC Female Population | 1,07,940 | 98,662 | 9,278 |
| Total ST Population | 1,285 | 1,111 | 174 |
| ST Male Population | 667 | 579 | 88 |
| ST Female Population | 618 | 532 | 86 |
| Population Density | 1,209 / km² | 1,112 / km² | 3,328 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Jehanabad district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Jehanabad district is approximately 2,22,974, including 1,15,034 males and 1,07,940 females. In rural areas, it is 2,03,509, including 1,04,847 males and 98,662 females. In urban areas, it is 19,465, including 10,187 males and 9,278 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Jehanabad district is about 1,285, including 667 males and 618 females. In rural areas, it is 1,111, including 579 males and 532 females. In urban areas, it is 174, including 88 males and 86 females.
- Overall population density of Jehanabad district is around 1,209 people per km². Rural areas have about 1,112 people per km². Urban areas have about 3,328 people per km².